Gardener Mike digs deep to conquer Lakes challenge

Runner took on marathon round of Lakeland's fells to raise money for cancer charity

- Julie Frankland Rosemere Cancer Foundation

Longridge gardener Mike Patten found himself having to dig deep when he tackled one of fell running's most arduous challenges - raising cash for Rosemere Cancer Foundation at the same time.

Dad-of-two Mike is now a member of the Bob Graham Club, having achieved the mighty Bob Graham Round, a 66-mile circuit of 42 of the Lake District highest peaks with a total combined ascent of 27,000ft that has to be completed within 24 hours.